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A Coalition Government will restore integrity, fairness and public confidence in Australia’s migration system, announcing the first instalment of its comprehensive plan to put Australian values back at the heart of immigration policy. This initial package forms part of the...
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Federal Member for Hinkler David Battt MP has joined calls for Parliament to recognise the vital role of neighbourhood centres and is pushing for long term operational and dedicated infrastructure funding. “These hubs are especially called upon to stand up...
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The Federal Member for Hinkler David Batt MP is pleased to announce Bundaberg State High School’s Seth Johnson as the local Member for National Youth Parliament 2026. The Department of the House of Representatives and Y Australia today revealed the...
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Federal Member for Hinkler David Battt MP is calling on residents of Hinkler to report fuel shortages using a new website, www.nofuelhere.com.au as communities across regional Australia feel the sting of the nation’s fuel crisis. “We’ve heard today in Question...
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Our community has once again banded together following our third major flood since December 2010. While the mighty Burnett River last week rose to levels just under the 2010 flood and two metres lower than 2013, this disaster has changed...
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Federal Member for Hinkler David Batt MP and Federal Nationals Senator for NSW Shadow Minister for Emergency Management Senator Ross Cadell have welcomed Personal Hardship Assistance for targeted parts of Bundaberg. Mr Batt took leave from Parliament earlier this week...
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The Federal Member for Hinkler David Batt MP will take leave from Parliament for the remainder of the current sitting week to return to the flood impacted Hinkler electorate. “It’s important I return home to assist my community where I...
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A new round of Volunteer Grants is now open for eligible not-for-profit community organisations. The Federal Member for Hinkler David Batt MP said the grants support the work of community organisations that rely on volunteers by removing barriers to volunteering...
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Red & Yellow Day is a new nationwide celebration on March 4, 2026, to recognise Surf Life Saving volunteers who dedicate their time to keeping our beaches safe. The Federal Member for Hinkler David Batt MP is calling on the...
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Calling all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander high school students in Hinkler! Federal Member for Hinkler David Batt MP and renowned Aboriginal artists Chern’ee and Brooke Sutton have come together for the local launch of a unique storytelling competition. Yarning...
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Since my last column, I’ve made three trips to Canberra for the beginning of another Parliamentary year. No matter what’s going on with internal politics I remain committed and focussed on standing up for the values of the National Party...
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The Isis RSL Sub Branch is now the proud custodian of a HMAS Childers shield. In December, the Navy formally farewelled the Armidale-class patrol boats, including the HMAS Childers, in a solemn decommissioning ceremony at HMAS Coonawarra in Darwin. Since...
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Open letter from David Batt MP | Federal Member for Hinkler (January 22, 2026) On this National Day of Mourning for the 15 victims of the Bondi terror attack, today should be about standing together with our Jewish Australian...
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Federal Member for Hinkler David Batt MP has spoken in Parliament to oppose Labor’s rushed gun law reform. “We don’t have a gun problem we have a radical Islam problem,” Mr Batt said. The Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Firearms...
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The Federal Member for Hinkler David Batt MP has delivered a condolence speech to Parliament on behalf of Hinkler residents. Parliament was recalled early for MP’s to honour the victims of the Bondi terror attack. “I share our deepest condolences...
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What’s the one symbol for mateship, freedom, and a fair go for all? The Australian flag. Our flag represents a story of service, sacrifice, and the freedoms we share. It’s an expression of our identity and pride. This week I’ve...
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The Coalition welcome the establishment of a Commonwealth Royal Commission because it is the right thing to do. After weeks of pressure and outrage from community, sporting, business and religious leaders, as well as security and legal experts, the Prime...